2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 111 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 1983 Ferrari 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 Ferrari 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 400 (393 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. (324 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Town & Country. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1983 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1983 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Town & Country | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 393 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 118 L |